Cefazolin (Auro) TM
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Active ingredients: cefazolin
Brand name
(ARTG)
: AURO-CEFAZOLIN 1g cefazolin (as sodium) 1g powder for injection vialWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Cefazolin is indicated in the treatment of the following serious infections due to susceptible organisms:,Respiratory tract infections due to S. pneumoniae, Klebsiella species, H. influenzae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Injectable benzathine penicillin is considered to be the drug of choice in the treatment and prevention of streptococcal infections, including the prophylaxis of rheumatic fever.,Cefazolin is effective in the eradication of streptococci from the nasopharynx; however, data establishing the efficacy of Cefazolin in the subsequent prevention of rheumatic fever are not available at present.,Genitourinary tract infections due to Esch. coli, Pr. mirabilis, Klebsiella species, and some strains of Enterobacter and enterococci.,Skin and skin structure infections due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci and other strains of streptococci.,Bone and joint infections due to Staph. aureus.,Septicaemia due to S. pneumoniae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), Pr. mirabilis, Esch. coli and Klebsiella species.,Endocarditis due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Appropriate culture and susceptibility studies should be performed to determine susceptibility of the causative organism to cefazolin.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Intramuscular
- White or almost white powder filled in 10 ml clear glass vials with grey rubber stoppers sealed with aluminium seal having violet PP disc
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 12 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 pack
- 10 pack
- 5 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient cefazolin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: AURO-CEFAZOLIN 1g cefazolin (as sodium) 1g powder for injection vialWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Cefazolin is indicated in the treatment of the following serious infections due to susceptible organisms:,Respiratory tract infections due to S. pneumoniae, Klebsiella species, H. influenzae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Injectable benzathine penicillin is considered to be the drug of choice in the treatment and prevention of streptococcal infections, including the prophylaxis of rheumatic fever.,Cefazolin is effective in the eradication of streptococci from the nasopharynx; however, data establishing the efficacy of Cefazolin in the subsequent prevention of rheumatic fever are not available at present.,Genitourinary tract infections due to Esch. coli, Pr. mirabilis, Klebsiella species, and some strains of Enterobacter and enterococci.,Skin and skin structure infections due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci and other strains of streptococci.,Bone and joint infections due to Staph. aureus.,Septicaemia due to S. pneumoniae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), Pr. mirabilis, Esch. coli and Klebsiella species.,Endocarditis due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Appropriate culture and susceptibility studies should be performed to determine susceptibility of the causative organism to cefazolin.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Intramuscular
- White or almost white powder filled in 10 ml clear glass vials with grey rubber stoppers sealed with aluminium seal having violet PP disc
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 12 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 pack
- 10 pack
- 5 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient cefazolin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: AURO-CEFAZOLIN 1g cefazolin (as sodium) 1g powder for injection vialWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Cefazolin is indicated in the treatment of the following serious infections due to susceptible organisms:,Respiratory tract infections due to S. pneumoniae, Klebsiella species, H. influenzae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Injectable benzathine penicillin is considered to be the drug of choice in the treatment and prevention of streptococcal infections, including the prophylaxis of rheumatic fever.,Cefazolin is effective in the eradication of streptococci from the nasopharynx; however, data establishing the efficacy of Cefazolin in the subsequent prevention of rheumatic fever are not available at present.,Genitourinary tract infections due to Esch. coli, Pr. mirabilis, Klebsiella species, and some strains of Enterobacter and enterococci.,Skin and skin structure infections due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci and other strains of streptococci.,Bone and joint infections due to Staph. aureus.,Septicaemia due to S. pneumoniae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), Pr. mirabilis, Esch. coli and Klebsiella species.,Endocarditis due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Appropriate culture and susceptibility studies should be performed to determine susceptibility of the causative organism to cefazolin.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Intramuscular
- White or almost white powder filled in 10 ml clear glass vials with grey rubber stoppers sealed with aluminium seal having violet PP disc
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 12 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 pack
- 10 pack
- 5 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient cefazolin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: AURO-CEFAZOLIN 2g cefazolin (as sodium) 2g powder for injection vialWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Cefazolin is indicated in the treatment of the following serious infections due to susceptible organisms:,Respiratory tract infections due to S. pneumoniae, Klebsiella species, H. influenzae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Injectable benzathine penicillin is considered to be the drug of choice in the treatment and prevention of streptococcal infections, including the prophylaxis of rheumatic fever.,Cefazolin is effective in the eradication of streptococci from the nasopharynx; however, data establishing the efficacy of Cefazolin in the subsequent prevention of rheumatic fever are not available at present.,Genitourinary tract infections due to Esch. coli, Pr. mirabilis, Klebsiella species, and some strains of Enterobacter and enterococci.,Skin and skin structure infections due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci and other strains of streptococci.,Bone and joint infections due to Staph. aureus.,Septicaemia due to S. pneumoniae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), Pr. mirabilis, Esch. coli and Klebsiella species.,Endocarditis due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Appropriate culture and susceptibility studies should be performed to determine susceptibility of the causative organism to cefazolin.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Intramuscular
- White or almost white powder filled in 20 ml clear glass vials with grey rubber stoppers sealed with aluminium seal having violet PP disc
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 12 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 pack
- 10 pack
- 5 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient cefazolin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: AURO-CEFAZOLIN 2g cefazolin (as sodium) 2g powder for injection vialWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Cefazolin is indicated in the treatment of the following serious infections due to susceptible organisms:,Respiratory tract infections due to S. pneumoniae, Klebsiella species, H. influenzae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Injectable benzathine penicillin is considered to be the drug of choice in the treatment and prevention of streptococcal infections, including the prophylaxis of rheumatic fever.,Cefazolin is effective in the eradication of streptococci from the nasopharynx; however, data establishing the efficacy of Cefazolin in the subsequent prevention of rheumatic fever are not available at present.,Genitourinary tract infections due to Esch. coli, Pr. mirabilis, Klebsiella species, and some strains of Enterobacter and enterococci.,Skin and skin structure infections due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci and other strains of streptococci.,Bone and joint infections due to Staph. aureus.,Septicaemia due to S. pneumoniae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), Pr. mirabilis, Esch. coli and Klebsiella species.,Endocarditis due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Appropriate culture and susceptibility studies should be performed to determine susceptibility of the causative organism to cefazolin.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Intramuscular
- White or almost white powder filled in 20 ml clear glass vials with grey rubber stoppers sealed with aluminium seal having violet PP disc
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 12 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 pack
- 10 pack
- 5 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient cefazolin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: AURO-CEFAZOLIN 2g cefazolin (as sodium) 2g powder for injection vialWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Cefazolin is indicated in the treatment of the following serious infections due to susceptible organisms:,Respiratory tract infections due to S. pneumoniae, Klebsiella species, H. influenzae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Injectable benzathine penicillin is considered to be the drug of choice in the treatment and prevention of streptococcal infections, including the prophylaxis of rheumatic fever.,Cefazolin is effective in the eradication of streptococci from the nasopharynx; however, data establishing the efficacy of Cefazolin in the subsequent prevention of rheumatic fever are not available at present.,Genitourinary tract infections due to Esch. coli, Pr. mirabilis, Klebsiella species, and some strains of Enterobacter and enterococci.,Skin and skin structure infections due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci and other strains of streptococci.,Bone and joint infections due to Staph. aureus.,Septicaemia due to S. pneumoniae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), Pr. mirabilis, Esch. coli and Klebsiella species.,Endocarditis due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Appropriate culture and susceptibility studies should be performed to determine susceptibility of the causative organism to cefazolin.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Intramuscular
- White or almost white powder filled in 20 ml clear glass vials with grey rubber stoppers sealed with aluminium seal having violet PP disc
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 12 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 pack
- 10 pack
- 5 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient cefazolin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: AURO-CEFAZOLIN 0.5g cefazolin (as sodium) 0.5g powder for injection vialWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Cefazolin is indicated in the treatment of the following serious infections due to susceptible organisms:,Respiratory tract infections due to S. pneumoniae, Klebsiella species, H. influenzae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Injectable benzathine penicillin is considered to be the drug of choice in the treatment and prevention of streptococcal infections, including the prophylaxis of rheumatic fever.,Cefazolin is effective in the eradication of streptococci from the nasopharynx; however, data establishing the efficacy of Cefazolin in the subsequent prevention of rheumatic fever are not available at present.,Genitourinary tract infections due to Esch. coli, Pr. mirabilis, Klebsiella species, and some strains of Enterobacter and enterococci.,Skin and skin structure infections due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci and other strains of streptococci.,Bone and joint infections due to Staph. aureus.,Septicaemia due to S. pneumoniae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), Pr. mirabilis, Esch. coli and Klebsiella species.,Endocarditis due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Appropriate culture and susceptibility studies should be performed to determine susceptibility of the causative organism to cefazolin.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Intramuscular
- White or almost white powder filled in 10 ml clear glass vials with grey rubber stoppers sealed with aluminium seal having light rose PP disc
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 12 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 pack
- 10 pack
- 5 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient cefazolin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: AURO-CEFAZOLIN 0.5g cefazolin (as sodium) 0.5g powder for injection vialWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Cefazolin is indicated in the treatment of the following serious infections due to susceptible organisms:,Respiratory tract infections due to S. pneumoniae, Klebsiella species, H. influenzae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Injectable benzathine penicillin is considered to be the drug of choice in the treatment and prevention of streptococcal infections, including the prophylaxis of rheumatic fever.,Cefazolin is effective in the eradication of streptococci from the nasopharynx; however, data establishing the efficacy of Cefazolin in the subsequent prevention of rheumatic fever are not available at present.,Genitourinary tract infections due to Esch. coli, Pr. mirabilis, Klebsiella species, and some strains of Enterobacter and enterococci.,Skin and skin structure infections due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci and other strains of streptococci.,Bone and joint infections due to Staph. aureus.,Septicaemia due to S. pneumoniae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), Pr. mirabilis, Esch. coli and Klebsiella species.,Endocarditis due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Appropriate culture and susceptibility studies should be performed to determine susceptibility of the causative organism to cefazolin.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Intramuscular
- White or almost white powder filled in 10 ml clear glass vials with grey rubber stoppers sealed with aluminium seal having light rose PP disc
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 12 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 pack
- 10 pack
- 5 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient cefazolin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: AURO-CEFAZOLIN 0.5g cefazolin (as sodium) 0.5g powder for injection vialWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Cefazolin is indicated in the treatment of the following serious infections due to susceptible organisms:,Respiratory tract infections due to S. pneumoniae, Klebsiella species, H. influenzae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Injectable benzathine penicillin is considered to be the drug of choice in the treatment and prevention of streptococcal infections, including the prophylaxis of rheumatic fever.,Cefazolin is effective in the eradication of streptococci from the nasopharynx; however, data establishing the efficacy of Cefazolin in the subsequent prevention of rheumatic fever are not available at present.,Genitourinary tract infections due to Esch. coli, Pr. mirabilis, Klebsiella species, and some strains of Enterobacter and enterococci.,Skin and skin structure infections due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin- resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci and other strains of streptococci.,Bone and joint infections due to Staph. aureus.,Septicaemia due to S. pneumoniae, Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), Pr. mirabilis, Esch. coli and Klebsiella species.,Endocarditis due to Staph. aureus (penicillin-sensitive and penicillin-resistant), and Group A beta-haemolytic streptococci.,Appropriate culture and susceptibility studies should be performed to determine susceptibility of the causative organism to cefazolin.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, powder for
- Intramuscular
- White or almost white powder filled in 10 ml clear glass vials with grey rubber stoppers sealed with aluminium seal having light rose PP disc
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 12 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 1 pack
- 10 pack
- 5 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient cefazolin
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
